🐟 What fish can you catch in Kearney?

Most commonly caught species around Kearney , NE : Largemouth bass - 1,418 reported catches Channel catfish - 264 reported catches Bluegill - 158 reported catches Rainbow trout - 100 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 80 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Kearney fishing reports?

The latest Kearney , NE fishing reports are: @BL_ANE reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ravenna Lake . @tzhinye reported a nice Largemouth bass at Kea Lake . @ryanclark2982 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Yanney Park Lake . @ryanclark2982 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Yanney Park Lake . @jessereyes9575 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Cottonmill Reservoir . .

Fishing in Kearney, NE

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Kearney, Nebraska?

Anglers in Kearney , NE recommend these top fishing spots: Cottonmill Reservoir , Platte River , Yanney Park Lake , Archway Lakes , Kea Lake .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Kearney?

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Nebraska, United States

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Top fish species in Kearney

Latest Kearney fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Ravenna Lake

7 in · 2 oz

Largemouth bass

Kea Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Yanney Park Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Yanney Park Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Cottonmill Reservoir

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Yanney Park Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Archway Lakes

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Ravenna Lake

7 in · 2 oz

American gizzard shad

Yanney Park Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Ravenna Lake

18 in · 3 lb

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Fishing regulations in Kearney

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Nebraska can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 1st, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Memorable

1 > 21

Min size

15"

Measurement

Total Length

Special gear

Aggregate

Possession limit = 10 black bass in aggregate (largemouth, smallmouth, spotted)

Exceptions:

Selected areas listed in Public Fishing Areas section and on private waters leased in Open Fields and Waters and PATH Fishing programs: bag limit = 1 black bass
Missouri River between Nebraska and Iowa/Missouri: minimum length = 12-inches
Missouri River between Nebraska and South Dakota: no minimum length limit

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

40°42′3.6″N 99°05′0.2″W

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FAQ about Kearney fishing

Anglers in Kearney, NE recommend these top fishing spots: Cottonmill Reservoir, Platte River, Yanney Park Lake, Archway Lakes, and Kea Lake.

Most commonly caught species around Kearney, NE:

Largemouth bass - 1,418 reported catches
Channel catfish - 264 reported catches
Bluegill - 158 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 100 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 80 reported catches

The latest Kearney, NE fishing reports are:

@BL_ANE reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ravenna Lake.
@tzhinye reported a nice Largemouth bass at Kea Lake.
@ryanclark2982 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Yanney Park Lake.
@ryanclark2982 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Yanney Park Lake.
@jessereyes9575 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Cottonmill Reservoir.

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